Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center

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Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center Information

Found in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center is the main housing and detention facility for juvenile offenders within the county and surrounding areas. Also located within the facility is the Juvenile Court as well as the offices for those who are involved within the juvenile court system. Cases are heard from both the Jefferson and the Lincoln counties, allowing for efficiency and effectiveness for both counties. Several programs are present that are intended to help youth offenders to become involved and productive members of their communities after they have been released from the center, and to reduce their reoffending in the future. Each of the juveniles who enter the system have specific needs that will vary greatly by individual, requiring a large range of programs including counselling, addictions treatment, anger management, skill building, general education, and both mental health care and physical medical care. While some programs are court ordered participation for those who need them, others may participate by their own choice, and will receive the same benefits. Before determining that a youth be incarcerated there are other options to be considered including treatment at home, outpatient treatments, and community service. Mail: Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center, 301 East Second Avenue, Pine Bluff AR 71601 Youth may receive and send mail while they are serving a sentence at this location, however those with short stays may not receive all mail that is sent due to the time they are present. Phones: Phones and phone calls to family are available for all of the juvenile offenders who are housed here, and they may lose or earn phone time through behavior and other choices. Visitation: Visits are permitted for attorneys and other professionals who are involved in the care of the youth, as well as the parents and guardians of the youth. These visits must be planned in advance and will occur only during the times that the detainee is available.

Phone: 870-541-8502

Physical Address:
301 East 2nd Avenue
Pine Bluff, AR 71601

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center
301 East 2nd Avenue
Pine Bluff, AR 71601

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center?

To search for an inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 870-541-8502 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Jefferson County Criminal Court Case or any other case in the state of Arkansas. 

Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center Inmate Search

The Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center maintains an average of 87 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 8,040 offenders.

The following charts of Jefferson County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Jefferson County Corrections Department, the state of Arkansas Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Jefferson County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Jefferson County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 870-541-8502.

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Directions / Map to the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Jefferson County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center in Pine Bluff for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 870-541-8502 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Jefferson County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Jefferson County, Arkansas, visit the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center? What is the Schedule?

Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

301 East 2nd Avenue
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
870-541-8502

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 870-541-8502 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 870-541-8502 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center, and what can I send them?

Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
301 East 2nd Avenue
Pine Bluff, AR 71601



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
301 East 2nd Avenue
Pine Bluff, AR 71601



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
301 East 2nd Avenue
Pine Bluff, AR 71601

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jack Jones Juvenile Justice Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-541-8502 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Jefferson County

What are the other City and County Jails in Jefferson County?

Jefferson County County Jails
Jefferson County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jefferson County?

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